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Video - Walking Over The Brooklyn Bridge

Rob Safuto — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 02:36:47 +0000

I walked over the Brooklyn Bridge this past weekend. It was a great experience. A Brooklyn Bridge walk is one of the great free attractions in New York City.

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New York Minute Show #76

Rob Safuto — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 16:58:15 +0000

Join me on a soundseeing tour across downtown Manhattan. I start at City Hall Park and make my way up into Tribeca. After a break in the action I get started up again in Greenwich Village.

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Video - Meatpacking District and Apple Store

Rob Safuto — Sun, 30 Dec 2007 20:57:16 +0000

In this video I take a look at an area of Manhattan known as the Meatpacking District. I take a closer look at the Hotel Gansevoort and then head up to the new Apple Store on the corner of 14th St. and 9th Ave.

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New York Minute Show #75

Rob Safuto — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 18:31:14 +0000

We take a look at New York City ice skating rinks on this episode.

The Rink at Rockefeller Center
The Pond at Bryant Park
Wollman Rink in Central Park
Sky Rink at Chelsea Piers
Kate Wollman Rink - Prospect Park
World’s Fair Ice Skating Rink - Flushing Meadow Park
Parks Department Ice Skating Rinks

Music by Orange Park.

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Video - Main Post Office

Rob Safuto — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 00:31:05 +0000

I was walking to Pennsylvania Station the other day and noticed that the scaffolding had come down from the main branch of the post office in New York. So I stopped for a few moments and took a video.

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Video - Sea Lions At Central Park Zoo

Rob Safuto — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 02:38:54 +0000

Spend a few minutes with the sea lions at the Central Park Zoo. They have twice-a-day feedings at the pool in the middle of the zoo. The crowds can get large, especially in the summer when the weather is warm and the kids are off from school.

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New York Minute Show #74

Rob Safuto — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 00:45:44 +0000

Let’s call this podcast the taxi-cast. In this podcast I give some critical tips on hailing a taxi cab in New York City. See my hailing a taxi faq at New York Is My Kind Of Town as well.

Includes music by Natalie Gelman and a shout to the Regional Music Show.

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Video - Columbus Circle

Rob Safuto — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 15:25:33 +0000

A quick look at Columbus Circle at 59th Street and 8th Avenue in New York City. Columbus Circle has a nice fountain and stands at the gateway to Central Park and the Upper West Side.

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New York Minute #73

Rob Safuto — Mon, 03 Sep 2007 20:01:08 +0000

Talking about things to see and do around 57th Street in Midtown Manhattan.

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Columbus Circle
Angelo’s Pizza
Time Warner Center
Buckingham Hotel
Holiday Inn Midtown
Le Parker Meridien
Ritz Carlton Central Park

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Video - Chelsea Market Walk

Rob Safuto — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 16:28:25 +0000

This is a shorter (and larger resolution) version of a tour we’ve previously released on Chelsea Market in New York City. Chef Mark Tafoya acts as a guide walking through this wonderful market located at 9th Avenue and 15th Street in New York City.

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Video - Grand Central Terminal

Rob Safuto — Thu, 02 Aug 2007 17:51:13 +0000

Please join me on a walk through the main hall at Grand Central Terminal.

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Video - Niagara Falls

Rob Safuto — Sun, 22 Jul 2007 13:55:09 +0000

I recently went on a trip to far Upstate New York and made a stop at Niagara Falls. Niagara Falls is about an 8 hour drive from the city.

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New York Minute #72

Rob Safuto — Sat, 21 Jul 2007 15:26:01 +0000

Join me on a walking tour of the Chelsea area in New York City. I walk from 8th Avenue and 14th Street to 8th Avenue and 33rd Street.

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Video - Macy’s Fireworks Spectacular

Rob Safuto — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 23:14:58 +0000

This video was actually shot in 2004. I have shown a small clip of it previously but now technology has allowed me to pull the full seven minutes together into a reasonably sized file.

What you are looking at is the Macy’s Fireworks Spectacular on July 4th, 2004. This video was shot from a bridge in Greenpoint, Brooklyn looking out towards the East River. I love the fact that you can hear all the explosions. Enjoy!

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New York Minute #71

Rob Safuto — Sat, 07 Jul 2007 18:14:09 +0000

What do you do when its hot in the summer in New York City? Get wet!

City Area Beaches

Pools

Kayaking

NYC Downtown Boathouse

Music

Iroquois by HER & Kings County

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Video - Javits Convention Center

Rob Safuto — Tue, 19 Jun 2007 16:32:09 +0000

A look at the Jacob Javits convention center on the far west side of Manhattan.

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New York Minute #70

Rob Safuto — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 00:02:42 +0000

Live from the west side of Manhattan. Topics on this episode include:

New York City brunch tips

Florent

B&H Photo Video store - link.
Jacob Javits Convention Center - link.
Hudson River Park - link.

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Video - Midtown Walk

Rob Safuto — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 04:55:25 +0000

Without further delay please join me on a walk through Midtown Manhattan. I start at Penn Station, head north to the new New York Times building, go over to Times Square, up Broadway then make my way past the very cool Hearst building up to Columbus Circle. It’s a lovely day so I’m glad to have you along.

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New York Minute Show #69

Rob Safuto — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 01:19:03 +0000

Spotlight on Tribeca on this episode of the show.

SHOW NOTES

Tribeca stands for TRIangle BElow CAnal Street.
Two nice hotels - Tribeca Grand and SOHO Grand.
Tribeca Film Festival
Canal Street and West Broadway - map.
Also check out - Show #60.
Accessibility in New York City.

Plan ahead by doing extra research.

Call the hotel.
Review major sites and events you plan to attend.

MTA Guide to Accessible Transit.

Music by The Apple Bros.

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Video - Grand Central Terminal

Rob Safuto — Fri, 27 Apr 2007 11:33:53 +0000

Join me on a walk through the lower level of Grand Central Terminal at 42nd St. and Park Ave. in New York City.

Upstairs you’ll find great architecture, fine dining options and bustling crowds. Downstairs you’ll find lots of more casual food options including the world famous Oyster Bar.

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Video - Slush Storm In New York Area

Rob Safuto — Sat, 17 Mar 2007 03:40:47 +0000

I got caught in a wild one while attempting to travel to Atlanta this weekend. Have a look at Newark Airport and environs as the biggest storm of the winter hits just a few days before the start of spring!

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New York Minute #68

Rob Safuto — Sat, 10 Mar 2007 02:10:04 +0000

What would you do in New York City if you were only here for a day or even just a few hours? What should you do? Listen in to hear a New Yorker’s perspective on the ultra short trip to the Big Apple.

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Video - Main Post Office

Rob Safuto — Sun, 04 Feb 2007 22:30:28 +0000

A quick stop at the main branch of the post office on 33d St. and 8th Avenue. The building is open 24 Hours A Day serving the postal needs of New Yorkers. The structure is magnificent but currently covered in scaffolding. Madison Square Garden and Pennsylvania Station are right across the street.

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New York Minute #67

Rob Safuto — Thu, 25 Jan 2007 02:29:48 +0000

What would you do if you were sitting in a restaurant in New York City and after the meal the check had an 18% tip automatically added to the bill? I tell you what I would do.

In the past I’ve mentioned taking the JFK Air Train from the airport to save time and money. But in what situations should you skip the Air Train? I’ll let you know my opinion.

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Video - Port Authority Bus Terminal

Rob Safuto — Mon, 22 Jan 2007 16:09:48 +0000

A walk through the south building of the Port Authority Bus Terminal at 40th Street and 8th Avenue in New York City. We also get a look at the newly constructed New York Times headquarters across the street.

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Video - Warm Winter Day

Rob Safuto — Sun, 07 Jan 2007 01:17:13 +0000

People are saying that the temperature peaked over 70 degrees (about 20 celsius) here in New York City today. I believe it because I was on the streets and it felt like spring.

Strolling through Bryant Park I found out that the Wi-Fi access was down and the free ice skating rink was turning into a lake. Over in Times Square the post-matinée crowd was filling the streets and enjoying the respite from winter.

Lucky for you I had my new Samsung BlackJack with me to help record the events of the afternoon. The resulting video podcast is a bit low-fi, but the scene comes across real good.

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New York Minute #66

Rob Safuto — Sun, 31 Dec 2006 03:03:46 +0000

Happy New Year folks!

Show Notes

Recent News

44 Million Visitors to New York City in 2006. Why did (or why will) you come to New York City?
NYPD subway sting operation. Bags with cell phones are bad news.

New Year’s Tips

Go out (especially to restaurants) early.
Don’t pay in advance for all you can drink events.
Be flexible and consider going to a show.

Saint Patrick’s Day 2007

Falls on a Saturday.
Tips in the forum.

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Video - Walking Fifth Avenue Part Two

Rob Safuto — Sun, 17 Dec 2006 04:27:48 +0000

This is part two of the Fifth Avenue walking tour video. The first part of the tour was published in October and featured a walk from 34th St. to 51st. with lots of great sights along the way.

Part two includes the walk from 51st to 59th Streets and includes sights such as Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, Cartier, Trump Tower and The Apple Store.

Background music comes courtesy of Australian singer/songwriter Bianca Jade.

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New York Minute #65

Rob Safuto — Mon, 27 Nov 2006 14:35:38 +0000

A bit of a special show this week as I play some soundseeing from my trip to San Francisco. Join me as I prowl the Laughing Squid party at a venue called Mighty, which is located on Utah Street. Thanks to Chris, Martin, Jeremiah, Eric Rice and the rest of the folks who were so hospitable on my trip out west.

Plus a hidden dining pick over at the Fairway Market Cafe and Steakhouse. You can’t beat their $29 prix fixe dinner menu.

And if you’ve got plenty of cash to throw around on your next visit to the city, consider taking a US Helicopters flight from JFK to Manhattan. gets you there in 8 minutes but costs about $160 each way.

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New York Minute #64

Rob Safuto — Thu, 16 Nov 2006 03:53:54 +0000

This is as close as we’ll get to a New York City Marathon special this year on the show. Not bad though. In association with my friend Jerry Cahill, host of the Cystic Fibrosis Podcast, I covered the Team Boomer post marathon fund raiser.

The event was held at a very nice Irish Pub called Mr. Dennehy’s. The pub is located at 63 Carmine St. near 7th Avenue South.

And yes I did interview one actual runner in the marathon. I also talk with Jerry about Team Boomer and mix with some locals who talk about their experiences around town.

This episode also includes a promo for an upcoming show by my pal Brother Love.

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Video - Hamptons Getaway

Rob Safuto — Sun, 12 Nov 2006 03:30:11 +0000

Some video from my recent trip to Amagansett, NY. Includes footage from the beach and the Lighthouse at Montauk, NY. Music by Little Red King.

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New York Minute #63

Rob Safuto — Fri, 03 Nov 2006 02:58:30 +0000

Join me for a side trip to Amagansett, NY on the east end of Long Island. This area is also known as “The Hamptons.”

Getting There

Staying There

Sea Crest On The Ocean

Things To Do

Fishing
Shopping
Horseback Riding - Deep Hollow Ranch
Wine Tasting - Duckwalk Vineyards, Wolffer Estate
Apple and Pumpkin Picking
Surfing
Art Galleries
Lay On The Beach!

Local Info

Dans Papers

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New York Minute #62

Rob Safuto — Tue, 17 Oct 2006 04:53:39 +0000

This episode focuses on five things to do in The Bronx, NYC.

Show Notes

Quick fact: The Bronx is named for a Swedish immigrant by the name of Jonas Bronck.
Five Things To Do

The Bronx Zoo: [link] - [map]
Van Cortlandt Park: [link] - [map]
Yankee Stadium: [link] - [map]
Bronx Little Italy: [link] - [map]
Fordham University: [link] - [map]

Music by Slau.
Find us and other great podcasts on Blubrry.

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Video - Fifth Avenue Walking Tour

Rob Safuto — Sat, 07 Oct 2006 13:10:30 +0000

Part one of a two part video walking tour of Fifth Avenue from 34th St. to 51st St. in New York City. You’ll see such sights as The Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center and Saint Patrick’s Cathedral among others. Music by Slau.

The download version features a trailer for A Guide To Recognizing Your Saints at the end of the video. I mentioned this movie in an earlier post. It is written and directed by Dito Montiel who tells the true story of his life growing up in Astoria, NYC.

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New York Minute #61

Rob Safuto — Sat, 23 Sep 2006 17:34:04 +0000

This episode contains a soundseeing tour of 5th Avenue in New York City from 59th St. to 34th St. There are many great spots to stop at along the way. Some of the highlights are listed below.

Video podcast coming soon!

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New York Minute #60

Rob Safuto — Sun, 10 Sep 2006 00:09:17 +0000

How about a soundseeing tour? Chinatown is the destination of choice on this episode. I walk from the vicinty of Bleecker St. and 6th Avenue in Greenwich Village, through SOHO to the area near Mott and Canal Streets.

Some places mentioned on the show: Chinatown Ice Cream Factory, Felix, Noodletown, Pearl Paint, Wo Hop.

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Video - New York Favorites

Rob Safuto — Sun, 03 Sep 2006 22:08:29 +0000

Come with me as I ride on the Number 7 Train and consider some of the things that I love about the New York City area. Includes music by Radhika, Jason Yudoff, Digg Deep and HER & Kings County.

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New York Minute #59

Rob Safuto — Fri, 25 Aug 2006 04:09:55 +0000

The summer is winding down, but there’s plenty to do around town.

SHOW NOTES

Opening music by Olivia Greer
September Events

Brooklyn Bridge Tour
The US Open of Tennis - map
San Gennaro Street Festival - map
Music, Sweet Music

Five Favorite NYC Movies - inspired by the impending release of A Guide To Recognizing Your Saints.

Closing music by Ethereal.

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Video - A Guide To Recognizing Your Saints

Rob Safuto — Fri, 25 Aug 2006 04:08:32 +0000

Not a podcast, but worth showing here because this is a classic New York story. A Guide To Recognizing Your Saints is a book written by Dito Montiel that has been made into a movie based on Dito’s screenplay.

The movie chronicles Dito’s rough upbringing in Astoria, Queens from the perspective of an older Dito (played by Robert Downey Jr.) remembering his past while returning to visit his sick father years later.

The film won some major awards at the 2006 Sundance film festival and has a classic New York cast that includes Rosario Dawson, Chazz Palminteri and Diane Wiest along with younger stars Shia LaBeouf and Channing Tatum. The film opens in New York and Los Angeles on September 29th.

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Video - New York Mets Game

Rob Safuto — Sat, 05 Aug 2006 02:29:19 +0000

As many of you may know I’m a huge fan of the New York Mets baseball team. I was able to head to a game recently and of course I brought my camera along. So if you’ve got five minutes why not let me take you out to the ballgame?

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New York Minute #58

Rob Safuto — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 04:31:17 +0000

Trying to deal with the searing heat in the New York City area. Stay cool out there wherever you are!

SHOW NOTES

Opening music - What Was Gathered by Cagey House.
The JFK Air Train

$5 Fare (in addition to bus or subway fare), payable with MetroCard.

Connect with subway in Howard Beach [map] or Jamaica, Queens [map].
Connect with LIRR between Penn Station and Jamaica.

Support Astoria

Safety Revisited

Alcohol + Going Solo + Early Morning Hours = Danger

Sign Off

2006 Podcast Awards - Support by voting for my NY Mets podcast.
Congrats to Paolo on his new Everyday Show podcast.

Closing music - Chemistry by Technetium.

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New York Minute #57

Rob Safuto — Tue, 18 Jul 2006 14:00:56 +0000

SHOW NOTES

Music by Digg Deep.

Dealing with the heat.

Five places in Brooklyn to stay cool: New York Aquarium - [map], Brooklyn Museum - [map], Galapagos Art Space - [map], Sheepshead Bay - [map], Bay Ridge - [map].

NYC Street Fairs

Music by Makar.

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Video - Liberty Jam 2006

Rob Safuto — Sun, 16 Jul 2006 23:32:28 +0000

As promised a couple of weeks back on the accompanying soundseeing audio podcast, we have some cool video of Liberty Jam 2006.

The jam was held at Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ on June 25th. This is the first year of what we hope will be an annual event produced by the local Liberty Event Management.

Check out the video to get an idea of where the park is in relation to downtown Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Hint, it’s real close to all three!

Check out the great music as well from The Smithereens, The Fab Faux, Patti Smith, Los Lobos, George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic and Cheap Trick.

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Video - Fireworks Over Manhattan

Rob Safuto — Thu, 06 Jul 2006 04:04:34 +0000

The yearly fireworks show sponsored by Macy’s is always a show stopping event. This year I took up a position on a cliff above the Hudson River to shoot the festivities. The ideal location to view the fireworks in my humble opinion is Greenpoint, Brooklyn.

My location was pretty noisy from the crowd so the show is accompanied by some great independent music from Kanvas Grey, Kathy Zimmer and Marwood.

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